Fully-funded scholarships at the University of Otago for International Students 2024

Established in 1869, the University of Otago stands as the oldest and premier university in New Zealand.

Overview: The University of Otago, established in 1869, is a distinguished public research collegiate institution located in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand. It stands as New Zealand's oldest university and one of the oldest in Oceania, renowned for its exceptional graduate employability, academic excellence, impressive facilities, high student satisfaction, sustainable impact, and unmatched student experience. QS World University Rankings 2024 ranks the University of Otago at #206 globally.                      

Scholarship Details:

• Country: New Zealand
• Host: University of Otago
• Award Location: New Zealand
• Number of Scholarships: Specified
• Type: Fully Funded
• Study Level: Bachelor / Master / Doctoral (PhD)
• Gender: Males and Females
• Nationalities: New Zealand and all Countries Nationalities

Scholarship Opportunities:

1. Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for International Students
   • For merited international students pursuing undergraduate degree programs.
   • Covers tuition fees and provides additional support, including accommodation.
2. University of Otago International Master’s Research Scholarship
   • Provides funding support for international students pursuing the thesis component of a Master’s Research degree.
   • Support is for up to 1 year of full-time enrollment.
3. University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship
   • Offers funding support for both domestic and international students.
   • Provides a stipend per annum along with a tuition fee waiver for up to 36 months, capped at the domestic rate (excluding student services fee and insurance).

Eligibility Criteria for Otago University Scholarships 2024

For Bachelor:

• International students are eligible to apply.
• New Zealand citizens or those with permanent resident permits can apply for Doctoral Scholarships only.
• Applicants must meet admission requirements.
• Provide an internationally recognized qualification (e.g., A Levels, International Baccalaureate, or ATAR) from New Zealand or an overseas high school.
• Applying for the first time.
• Must apply for full-time study at the university.

For Masters:

• Applicants obtaining their first Master’s qualification.
• International students from all countries are welcome.
• Undertaking a thesis-based Master’s program.

For Doctoral:

• Applicants obtaining their first doctoral qualification.

Benefits of Otago University Scholarships 2024

• NZD$10,000 for tuition fees (Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship - Undergraduate).
• NZ$16,000 stipend per annum and tuition fee waiver for 1 year (Master).
• NZ$28,600 stipend per annum and tuition fee waiver for up to 3 years (Doctoral).

Application procedure:

Applicants should follow the various procedures outlined for the Fully Funded Otago University Scholarships for Domestic and International Students 2024-25. Ensure that you meet the specific requirements for postgraduate scholarships, including Master's and Doctoral Scholarships.

• Undergraduate Scholarship – http://tinyurl.com/573t8mmz
• Master scholarship – http://tinyurl.com/bh62vnsf
• Doctoral scholarship – http://tinyurl.com/mrb2txp6

Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for Domestic and International Students is April 30, 2024, for semester 2, while Masters and Doctoral Scholarships can be applied for at any time.

Official website: http://tinyurl.com/5n96mrph